Director of Data Science Jobs

Explore Director of Data Science jobs that pay $100,000 or more on Ladders. These senior roles combine technical expertise, business strategy, and people leadership to help organizations turn data into better decisions, products, and results. Browse vetted opportunities across industries and find a position that matches your experience and career goals.

What Does a Director of Data Science Do?

A Director of Data Science leads teams that develop and apply data-driven solutions. Responsibilities often include setting analytics and machine learning strategy, guiding model development, building data science teams, and partnering with executives and department leaders. Directors also help ensure that data initiatives address meaningful business needs and that results are communicated clearly to stakeholders.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek a strong background in data science, statistics, machine learning, or a related field, along with experience managing technical teams. Relevant skills may include Python or R, statistical modeling, machine learning, data visualization, experimentation, and cloud or data platform technologies. Strategic thinking, communication, and the ability to connect technical work with business outcomes are also important.

Career Opportunities for Data Science Leaders

Director of Data Science roles are available in sectors such as technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and consulting. Depending on the organization, the position may focus on product analytics, artificial intelligence, customer insights, risk, or enterprise data strategy. Some directors advance to vice president or chief data and analytics leadership roles as they take on broader organizational responsibility.

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$130K - $196K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to lead statistical design and analysis throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring scientific integrity and effective decision-making using diverse data sources...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $196K *

Drive statistical leadership across the product lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define objectives and analysis strategies. Ensure scientific integrity and provide actionable in...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $196K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading statistical design and analysis across product lifecycles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive evidence generation and ensure scientific integrit...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $196K *

Analyze and lead statistical design across the product lifecycle, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define objectives and strategies. Drive evidence generation from diverse datasets while e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $190K *

Lead the development and execution of enterprise data strategies, ensuring scalable, secure data systems that align with organizational goals while mentoring teams and driving impactful results across...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$270K - $290K *

Lead the charge in biostatistical strategy for clinical trials, providing expert guidance on study design, analysis, and regulatory submissions while managing vendor teams for optimal project outcomes...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $110K *

Lead the charge in developing cutting-edge AI and ML models to enhance decision-making and operational efficiency, driving innovation in data science to optimize processes and deliver actionable insig...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $160K *

Accelerate progress at our PMO by leading a team of program managers to drive new product introductions from concept to launch, ensuring quality and efficiency in hardware programs while collaborating...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $100K *

Champion excellence in executive search by leading market mapping, building strong candidate pipelines, and conducting first-round interviews in a collaborative team environment. Your contributions dr...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$175K - $210K *

Oversee strategic application of data science in insurance pricing and underwriting, managing a high-performing team to drive actionable insights and business outcomes. Champion innovation in modeling...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$230K - $287K *

Optimize portfolio credit performance by leading analytics teams to design and implement data-driven strategies across the credit lifecycle, enhancing operational efficiency and customer experience th...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$104K - $166K *

Analyze, visualize, and transform complex datasets into actionable insights and decision-support tools. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive FAA modernization efforts through innovative analytics an...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$130K - $163K *

Unlock the potential of data analytics to drive business growth by leading complex initiatives, mentoring analysts, and collaborating across teams to transform insights into actionable strategies that...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$233K - $350K *

Lead innovative machine learning projects transforming long-form content into engaging ShortForm assets. Oversee multi-modal model development for video insight, safety analysis, and narrative compreh...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$250K - $300K *

Shape the future of AI by identifying and evaluating socially impactful opportunities. Leverage technical expertise and relationships across sectors to surface innovative ideas and guide actionable re...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join us to redefine data insights in fintech, leading enterprise analytics initiatives, overseeing a high-performing team, and driving innovative solutions that enhance customer satisfaction and opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$229K - $269K *

Optimize data collection and access across EDC/non-EDC sources. Drive compliance, manage vendor relationships, and ensure quality deliverables while contributing to clinical trial data processes and r...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$170K - $200K *

Develop strategic partnerships with pharma clients by integrating data-driven solutions and technology, driving digital transformation and audience engagement to enhance HCP and patient outreach acros...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $269K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyze data, develop strategies, and influence product roadmaps. Use technical expertise to solve business challenges and communicate insights effectively t...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $300K *

Partner with us to enhance our data supply chain, ensuring reliable data collection and partnerships. Take ownership of dataset sourcing and quality controls to improve our simulation's fidelity acros...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$172K - $202K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful research and insights in analytics and AI. Collaborate with clients to identify needs, drive strategies, and produce high-quality content that shapes market tre...

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6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Drive financial strategy as you build and lead the FP&A function, shaping growth decisions through robust modeling, budgeting, and performance analysis in a rapidly scaling AI infrastructure business...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$237K - $296K *

Empower teams to achieve excellence in consumer data engineering by leading the strategy, modernization, and execution of scalable data platforms and analytical solutions, driving impactful insights a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving growth in Life Sciences by managing key client relationships and delivering innovative solutions. You'll oversee the entire sales process, collaborating with experts to achi...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer deep learning innovation for medical imaging by leading R&D efforts, designing robust training pipelines, and mentoring teams to create scalable, production-ready solutions that enhance health...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Data Science do?question toggle

    A Director of Data Science sets direction for data science and analytics initiatives, leads technical teams, and works with business leaders to apply data, statistics, and machine learning to organizational goals.

  • What qualifications are common for Director of Data Science jobs?question toggle

    Employers typically look for substantial experience in data science or a related discipline, a track record leading teams, and expertise in areas such as statistical modeling, machine learning, and data strategy. Requirements vary by company and industry.

  • What skills are important for a Director of Data Science?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include machine learning, programming, statistical analysis, data visualization, experimentation, team leadership, strategic planning, and clear communication with technical and nontechnical stakeholders.

  • What industries hire Directors of Data Science?question toggle

    Technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other industries hire data science leaders to support product development, customer insights, forecasting, risk management, and business strategy.

  • How much do Director of Data Science jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, industry, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary details.